Modification History
HLT07 Version 4 |
HLT07 Version 5 |
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HLT60107 Advanced Diploma of Western Herbal Medicine |
HLT60112 Advanced Diploma of Western Herbal Medicine |
Updated first aid core unit in V5 Qualification outcome equivalent HLTWHS300A Contribute to WHS processes has changed from an OHS unit to a WHS unit |
Description
This qualification covers the skills needed to work at practitioner level in western herbal medicine. A substantial range of herbal medicine is included (a minimum of 130 herbs) as well as the skills required to operate a herbal dispensary.
Occupational titles for these workers may include:
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Pathways Information
Not Applicable
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Employability Skills Summary
Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries
Packaging Rules
PACKAGING RULES 21 units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including:
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Core units
Common units
BSBFLM303C Contribute to effective workplace relationships
CHCORG428A Reflect on and improve own professional practice
HLTAP401B Confirm physical health status
HLTAP501C Analyse health information (Note pre-requ: HLTAP401B)
HLTCOM404C Communicate effectively with clients
HLTCOM406C Make referrals to other health care professionals when appropriate
HLTCOM502C Develop professional expertise
HLTCOM503D Manage a practice
HLTFA311A Apply first aid
HLTHIR501C Maintain an effective health work environment
HLTIN504D Manage the control of infection (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C)
HLTWHS300A Contribute to WHS processes
Specialisation units
HLTHER601C Apply western herbal medicine diagnostic framework
HLTHER602D Manage work within the western herbal medicine framework
HLTHER603D Operate a western herbal medicine dispensary
HLTHER604C Perform western herbal medicine health assessment
HLTHER605C Plan the western herbal medicine treatment strategy
HLTHER606D Prepare and dispense western herbal medicine
HLTHER607C Provide dietary advice
HLTHER608C Provide specialised western herbal medicine treatment
HLTHER609D Provide western herbal medicine treatment
The importance of culturally aware and respectful practice
All workers undertaking work in health need foundation knowledge to inform their work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and co-workers and with clients and co-workers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. This foundation must be provided and assessed as part of a holistic approach to delivery and assessment of this qualification. Specific guidelines for assessment of this aspect of competency are provided in the Assessment Guidelines for the Health Training Package.